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timepiece.

A chronometer (any device used to tell the time of day), particularly a clock lacking a chime or similar sounding mechanism.

9 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈtaɪmpiːs/
  1. A chronometer (any device used to tell the time of day), particularly a clock lacking a chime or similar sounding mechanism.

    The only timepiece she allowed in the house was a sundial. She usually kept the curtains pulled.
  2. A chronometer (any device used to tell the time of day), particularly a clock lacking a chime or similar sounding mechanism. A watch (a small portable device used to tell the time of day), particularly one lacking a chime or similar sounding mechanism.

    His pocket watch was a beautiful timepiece.
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From time + piece.

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Last enriched 2026-09-10. Definitions are in English. Romanizations are shown when supplied by the source; syllable estimates are omitted for unsupported scripts.